This Sport Belongs To Them by Matthew Joseph

Munirah Abdiwahid is a British-Somali female taekwondo athlete whose eyes are firmly set on the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. Hailing from White City in London, England, she has grit, determination and focus, coupled with strong family and community support. Matthew Joseph was drawn to produce a short film that not only showcases Munirah’s journey, but also the wider values that she represents. These still images accompany the film, which shares the title, This Sport Belongs To Them. Filming took place in the church hall where Munirah’s taekwondo club regularly trains, adding another cultural angle to her Somali-Muslim background. This perfectly encapsulates the core values shared by all involved, with community at the heart of everything. This is a project about empowerment, dedication to a cause and a message to the world that everyone has a right to pursue their dreams.